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© Nomos AG
Hemidrachm 100 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 2.32 g | - |
| Issuer | Tegea (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.32 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#185134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Achaian League monogram, above, monogram of ΘΗ, to left, T and to right, Ε. All within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΗ
Τ
Ε
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Tegea (Arkadia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically between 100 BC and 1 BC. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 2.32 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called the "Tegean Lion" on one side, which was a symbol of the city of Tegea. The Tegean Lion was a lion-like creature with a distinctive crest on its head, and it was said to have been founded by the hero Hercules. The coin's design was meant to signify the city's connection to the legendary hero and its rich cultural heritage.
